What is the $IUPAC$ name of the compound $CH_3-CH(CH_3)-C(=O)-CH(CH_3)-OH$?

  • A
    $4-\text{methyl}-2-\text{hydroxy}-3-\text{pentanone}$
  • B
    $2-\text{hydroxy}-4-\text{methyl}-3-\text{pentanone}$
  • C
    Both are correct
  • D
    None of the above

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